Gerald "Jerry" K. Asbjornsen

June 19, 1942 - November 16, 2021

Gerald “Jerry” K Asbjornsen passed away November 16, 2021 after complications from COVID. Gerald was born June 19, 1942 with twin brother Derry, to mother Judy and father Don. Jerry lived his life in Pierce County working as an insurance agent for Asbjornsen insurance on 6th avenue. Jerry along with his wife Jan raised their two sons Joel and Justin in Tacoma WA. Jerry enjoyed listening to political talk radio, classic country music, spending time with his family, and a good pizza and glass of wine. He is remembered as a quiet man who lived his life with dedication to his family, his career in insurance, and a proud conservative. Jerry’s chuckle is what family will remember most. The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers of Catholic Community Services and Lifecare of Cottesmore of Gig Harbor for their wonderful caregiving and compassion for Jerry through his end of life care. Jerry is survived by his wife Janet, son Justin, son Joel (wife Samantha Asbjornsen) and grandchildren Lauren, Abby and Ben who will miss their “Gump.” Jerry is also survived by his twin brother Derry (wife Gail) and family and his youngest brother Randy (wife Myke) and family. His service will be held on December 2, 2021 at 1:00 pm in the garden chapel at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery in Lakewood, WA.